Barb Peterson submitted this article. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, presents “Monastic Silence and a Visual Dialogue: Life among the Poor Clare Colettine Nuns.” This program is part of the winter life-long learning series, “Calming Your Mind,” sponsored by Odell Public Library and the Odell Public
Kim McIver, photographed below, is a Native American of the Ojibwa tribe. She will be a guest speaker at the Savanna Museum and Cultural Center, 406 Main Street, Savanna, IL, on Saturday, March 19, 2016, beginning at 2:00 p.m. McIver is a talented speaker and performer. She is a publisher
Tracy Henson submitted this article and photo. The Morrison Seahorses hosted the Stateline Conference Meet on Saturday, February 6, 2016. The Stateline Conference is made up of swim teams from Morrison, Sterling, Freeport, and Byron, IL. Twenty-eight Seahorses participated, with several of the swimmers competing in their first meet. The
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers Free Community Meals twice this month, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., each evening. All are welcome. The church is handicap accessible. Call 815-772-3510 for additional information. On Thursday, March 17, 2016, enjoy a Free St. Patrick’s Day Meal. The Mexico Mission
Rena E. Heusinkveld, 100, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, February 29, 2016, at Resthave Home, Morrison. A complete obituary will appear at a later date. FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2016, at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison, IL CO-OFFICIATING: Rev. Gerald H. Norman, Pastor of Ebenezer Reformed Church,
3-year-old dies after being hit by vehicle at All Saints parking lot Linda Cook Updated 2 hrs ago on Monday, February 29, 2016. UPDATE: Davenport police have released the name of the pedestrian who died after being struck by a vehicle Sunday in the All Saints Catholic School parking
From Monday, March 14, to Friday, March 18, 2016, Grove Hill Cemetery maintenance staff will remove and discard gravesite decorations, as part of the annual clean-up program at Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison, IL. Individuals who wish to save decorations are asked to remove them no later than Sunday, March 13.
Postmaster Bill Borum wants to inform local children that, “We are going to do an Easter coloring contest beginning today[, Monday, February 29, 2016,] and ending [Saturday,]March 26. After which, a winner will be selected from the Morrison Post Office staff….[The child] will receive a $25 gift card for their
Braddock R. “Baby Doc” Shovlain, 3, of Davenport, IA, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016, in Davenport. Braddock Ray Shovlain was born May 27, 2012 in Davenport, the fourth son of J. David and Renee (VanderVinne) Shovlain. His brothers want everyone to know that Braddock means to them the brother
Paul W. House, Jr., died Saturday, February 27, 2016. Paul was born March 18, 1932, in Sterling, IL, the son of Paul W. and Lauretta (Chapman) House, Sr. He married Leona Rank on May 18, 1952, in Dixon, IL. She preceded him in death on October 9, 2008. He was
Morrison Chamber of Commerce now offers a special membership for residents, which allows them to stay connected with events and business news of the community. This “Friend of the Chamber” membership is for local individuals who do not own or operate a business. They will have the opportunity to volunteer
Morrison City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Consent Agenda
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of February 2, 2016, minutes New Business Old Business
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, submitted the two-page Republican Specimen Ballot for the Tuesday, March 15, 2016, General Election. Click here to view the candidates.
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, submitted the Democratic Specimen Ballot for the Tuesday, March 15, 2016, General Election. Click here to view the candidates.